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According to Piaget's theory of cognitive development, which ability is most characteristic of the formal operational stage ?

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Abstract and logical reasoning

Piaget's formal operational stage begins around age eleven and continues into adulthood.

At this stage, individuals develop the capacity for abstract and logical reasoning, including hypothetical and deductive thinking.

This allows them to reason about abstract concepts, test hypotheses systematically, and think about possibilities beyond concrete, observable objects.

Therefore, abstract and logical reasoning is the ability most characteristic of the formal operational stage.

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